Overview
Production Manager | Quarry Operations | Co. Mayo
Location: Co. Mayo
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Production Manager – Quarry Operations
We are currently recruiting a Production Manager on behalf of a well-established quarrying and construction materials business based in Co. Mayo.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production or operations professional to lead the day-to-day running of a busy quarry operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing production activities, ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining the highest safety standards and leading a dedicated production team.
The role would suit candidates with experience in quarrying, aggregates, concrete, precast, construction materials, heavy manufacturing or industrial production.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day production and operational activities of the quarry.
- Lead, motivate and develop production, plant and operational teams.
- Ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and within budget.
- Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer demand.
- Monitor plant performance and maximise operational efficiency.
- Work closely with maintenance teams to minimise downtime and improve productivity.
- Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety, environmental and quarry regulations.
- Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Manage stock levels of aggregates and finished materials.
- Produce operational and production reports for senior management.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Liaise with transport, sales and commercial teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Support investment in new equipment and production improvements where required.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience as a Production Manager, Operations Manager, Quarry Manager or Manufacturing Manager.
- Experience within quarrying, aggregates, construction materials, concrete, precast or heavy manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership and people management experience.
- Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety and environmental compliance.
- Commercial awareness with experience managing production costs and KPIs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
- Full clean driving licence.
What’s on Offer
- Permanent full-time position.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Excellent career progression opportunities.
- Opportunity to join an established and successful business.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Long-term career stability.
This role is based in Co. Mayo and is easily commutable from Castlebar, Ballina, Claremorris, Ballinrobe, Ballyhaunis, Swinford, Foxford, Westport, Charlestown, Sligo Town and surrounding areas.
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For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact:
Sylvester Jennings
Managing Director – Arcon Recruitment
📞 087 6723533 / 094 9029944
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Arcon Recruitment is the longest established recruitment agency in Mayo, connecting talented professionals with leading employers across Mayo and the West of Ireland.
